Agency Details Lane Closures to Aid Motorists’ Travel Plans SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—November 20, 2012. With thousands of motorists expected to travel on state roadways during the Thanksgiving holiday, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today that non-emergency road work will be suspended where possible to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.[Read More…]
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Illinois Department of Insurance Announces Multi-State Settlement with Bankers Life and Casualty Company
Illinois participated in multi-state effort to protect consumers and will share part of a $3 million penalty against the insurance company CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2012. Illinois Department of Insurance (DOI) Director Andrew Boron today announced an agreement has been reached with Bankers Life and Casualty Company (Bankers) as part of a[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on Transgender Day of Remembrance
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2012. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today issued the following statement regarding the Transgender Day of Remembrance, memorializing transgender Americans who have lost their lives as a result of violence: “The Transgender Day of Remembrance will be commemorated in cities and countries around the world today, reflecting[Read More…]
Gutierrez ‘Elated’ That So Many Young Immigrants Are Applying for Deportation Relief Under Obama Program
“I knew this would be huge and it is a clear indication that the politics of immigration reform have shifted seismically. Chicago, IL –(ENEWSPF)–November 19, 2012. Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL) issued a statement reacting to new statistics from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on the number of immigrants[Read More…]
Obama Administration Moves Forward to Implement Health Care Law, Ban Discrimination Against People With Pre-existing Conditions
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2012. The Obama administration moved forward today to implement provisions in the health care law that would make it illegal for insurance companies to discriminate against people with pre-existing conditions. The provisions of the Affordable Care Act also would make it easier for consumers to compare health[Read More…]
It’s NORML to Smoke Pot by Keith Stroup
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2012. “This is the story of NORML, the oldest and most effective of the organizations dedicated to the reform of marijuana laws. It is told in a lively and engaging manner by its founder and leader, Keith Stroup, who has been battling this destructive prohibition for[Read More…]
CTA and ATU Announce Tentative Labor Agreement
4-year deal preserves service and jobs CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 19, 2012. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local #241 and #308 today announced they have reached a tentative labor agreement that will benefit CTA customers while preserving good-paying jobs for ATU members. ATU is CTA’s largest employee union representing[Read More…]
Illinois Officials Remind Residents To Practice Safe Cooking Measures During Thanksgiving Holiday
Turkey Fryers: A Potential Hazard for Serious Accidents and Fires SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2012. As millions of families across the state prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with a traditional feast, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds residents to exercise safety while cooking, especially when using turkey fryers. According to[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, CPS CEO Byrd-Bennett, Microsoft and United Way Announce Opening of 12 New Parent Engagement Centers in Chicago Public Schools
Centers Are Being Piloted in 12 Schools As Part of the Administration’s Focus on Encouraging Parental Involvement in Their Children’s Education; Pilot Is A Collaboration with Microsoft, United Way and Chicago Public Schools That Helps Parents Develop the Digital Skills they Need to Help Their Children Continue Learning CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 19,[Read More…]
Will Illinois Become The 19th State To Allow For The Medical Use of Marijuana?
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 19, 2012. by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director Illinois state lawmakers are expected in the coming days to once again consider legislation that seeks to allow for the limited use of cannabis by authorized patients. During a special ‘veto session’ to be held later this month, House[Read More…]
